The Arkansas Office of Motor Vehicle (OMV) is the division of the Department of Finance and Administration (DFA) that regulates vehicle registrations and renewals in the state.

In Arkansas, you may renew your vehicle registration online, by phone, by mail, or in person.

Arkansas Vehicle Registration Renewal Notice

As a reminder to renew your vehicle registration, the Arkansas OMV will send out a vehicle registration renewal notice to all Arkansas vehicle owners. This notice will give details such as your renewal date and fee, as well as any renewal restrictions that may be on your registration. Note that you are NOT required to obtain a vehicle inspection before renewing your registration.

Didn’t Receive a Renewal Notice?

If you lost your notice or never received one, you are still responsible for renewing your vehicle registration on time. Make sure to find out your expiration date so as not to be caught with a late renewal penalty.

Renew Your AR Vehicle Registration

If you owe taxes, you cannot renew byphone or online. You will be required to complete an assessment (done electronically) before you can renew. For assistance, call (888) 389-8336.

To renew bymail or inperson after your assessment, you must show written proof of fulfilling your personal property tax assessment or personal property receipt for past taxes or vehicle liability insurance coverage.

Military & Out-of-State Registration Renewals

Tax Exemptions for Military

Military members are exempt from assessment and property taxes upon registration renewal. To take advantage of this exemption, you must submit a current Leave and Earnings Statement (LES)in person with the AR OMV to confirm your active duty status. You cannot renew your vehicle registration online or bymail if you would like to take advantage of your tax exemption.